French Viewpoint Sees Spain as Shield for War Plans
Paris dispatch describes a gloomy French assessment of Spain and Hitler. A nationalist contact claims Germany plans to threaten France from the Pyrenees and occupy the coast to the Mediterranean. The intent is to deter France from aiding Madrid while allowing bombing from Spanish bases.
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Paris
Hitler
Germany
France
Pyrenees
Madrid
Banque
Mediterranean
Bandit Flees After Bank Robbery Gunfire in Melbourne
A bank robbery at Sandringham's Commercial Bank ends with a fusillade of shots as the armed bandit escapes in a car with confederates. Manager Terry and teller Ellie fired at the thief but he fled unharmed.
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Melbourne
Sandringham
Aftarnoon
Terry
Pat Hands
Ellie
Woman stabbed to death in North Melbourne doorway
Mrs Rachel Walker also known as Mrs Rainsford, 42, was fatally stabbed in the doorway of her second hand shop on Victoria Street North Melbourne. A 14 inch knife was found in the kitchen area and blood traces led from rear to front of the shop. Nearby shopkeeper saw a man flee after the attack and neighbours heard a scuffle. Walker had been seen with a child shortly before. She had come from Tasmania and run the business in North Melbourne.
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Melbourne
Mra
Rachel Walker
Victoria Street
Mra. Walker
Rainsford
Tasmania
North Melne
Woman Attacked in Melbourne After Train Exit
A young married woman was attacked by a man after leaving a train at Oakleigh last night. He dragged her into a railway enclosure, ripped her clothes, and beat her until she broke free and ran about 100 yards to the station. She required medical attention as police hunted the assailant.
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Melbourne
Mani
Oalipigh
Spain Loyalists receive planes and engines shipment from United States
Reports from Washington state the export of planes and parts valued at 2 770 000 dollars to Bilbao, Spain, to assist the Loyalists despite the State Department opposition. Berlin Rome and London weigh responses while Palos seizure provokes German measures.
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Spain
London
Hitler
Mussolini
Washington
State Department
Moscow
Russia
Berlin
Pales
Madrid
Valencia
Warsaw
Llondon
Bilbao
Rome
Italy
Germany
Paris
Jerasy
City
Congress
Coronation boycott action in Bombay by Indian National Congress
The National Congress in Bombay calls a full boycott of coronation functions during King George V's visit to India. Gandhi criticized the 1921 acts, though most expect a polite reception nationwide with only a small number of Congress leaders to attempt quiet demonstrations.
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Bombay
The
National Congress
India
S of
Wales
Ghandi
Durbar
Congress
Commodity Boom Sends Buyers Panicked in U S Markets
New York reports a commodity trade boom with panic among buyers as prices rise across rubber hides silk cocoa sugar rye barley maize and wheat. Demand from manufacturers and scanty stocks shift power to sellers for the first time in 16 years, with December Chicago wheat near October 1929 levels amid war fears and faulty duties rumors.
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Chicago
Firearms Act Operates On A New Provisions
The act defines pistols designed for one hand as weapons to be licensed though no fee is charged. It also makes it an offence to give a firearm or airgun to a child under 12, outlining penalties and responsibilities for possession and use.
Henry Ford New Type of Car Patented in 1935
The Patents Office issued permission to Henry Ford for several car types that may change motor vehicle design. The design features include a sideways engine above the rear wheel, a unit containing engine clutch and gears mounted on rubber, and a radiator above the right rear wheel. The car is described as streamlined with a droplet nose and flattened tail.
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Washington
Patents Office
Henry ‘Ford
Europe
Patent Office
Labor Daily Judge Proposes New Ballot For Directors
Sydney judge suggests a fresh ballot for four Labor Daily directors amid a court dispute. An impartial officer to supervise the ballot was proposed while noting the December 24 shareholders meeting had not been adjourned. The case concerns continuation of an injunction preventing ballot declaration.
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Sydney
Justice-Windeyer
Labor Daily
Weaton K.C
Million Pound Gift Aims To Help Dutch Farmers
Sir Henri Detarding an international oil magnate reportedly donates one million pounds to buy produce for export to Germany. The plan seeks to absorb surplus Dutch vegetables and meat with government support for export licenses. Detarding, now married to Fraulein Knaack, resides outside Berlin and acts as a Dutch national aiding both nations.
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the Hague
Henri Detarding
Germany
Deterding
Fraulein Knaack
Berlin
Sir Henry
Holland
Kidnapping Case G Men Take Charge In Tacoma
Federal agents assume control of the Mattson kidnapping case in Tacoma Washington turning the Mattson home into a central bureau. Five new telephone lines and newspaper ads are set as ransom bundles totaling 28000 dollars are prepared under abductors orders. Parents await a message from the kidnapper. Police say the kidnapper is a demented ex patient of Dr Mattson increasing fears for the child’s safety.
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Tacoma
Wash
Mattson
Yeaterday
Mountaineer Dead After Frozen Ledge Fall Near Buachaille Etive Mor
William Christie, 25, slipped on a treacherous frozen surface on Buachaille Etive Mor near Areylahire yesterday afternoon. His companion watched him fall head down, rope saved but rescue failed until dawn. Doctors said Christie's fatal head fracture likely occurred instantly.
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Glasgow
Buachaille
Christie
Doctora
Rain forecast as cyclonic disturbance nears coast
Mr Marés warned of unsettled conditions returning tomorrow as a cyclonic disturbance over the north Tasman is expected to influence coastal weather. East south east gales and rough seas will bring more rain along the coast, with further showers yesterday in eastern parts of the state.
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Sydney
Marés
Tasman
Pope Progressing Despite Painful Ulcers
The pope is reported to be progressing slowly despite varicose ulcers causing sleep difficulties. He remains active in limited business affairs, but medical concerns persist about potential complications from his condition.
Guarantee Fight Still in Doubt for Rosa Carroll Bout
Sydney reports renewed efforts by Charles Lucas to arrange a welterweight world title bout in Sydney between Barney Rosa and Jack Carroll. Lucas says delays persist as no reliable terms have been reached, with Rosa reportedly dissatisfied and awaiting arrival in Adelaide to resolve details.
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Sydney
Charles
Lucas
Barney
Rosa
Jack
Carroll
Jared
Rous
tAdetiatla
Stolen 88-foot Seafarer Vessel Abandoned Off Moorings
A damaged report states an 88-foot vessel named the Seafarer was stolen from Suva moorings on Tuesday morning. An unknown crew tied to the vessel was aboard as the craft reportedly headed for Kadavu in a pursuit involving a six-launch chase.
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Suva
Kadavu
Accident in Sydney Leaves One Dead Others Injured
Douglas Hussey aged 18 died from injuries after an accident in Sydney on Tuesday. Four others were injured, with reports of burns and hospital care continuing. Authorities said Sir John Rosa was involved in the incident and an investigation is underway.
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Sydney
Douglas Hussey
Sir John
Rosa
Four New Arsenals Planned Across Britain in War Boom
British report says four large arsenals will be established along the west of England and at Bridge End Glamorgan Irvine Ayrshire and Hereford to manage explosive work. A fence line along the east coast from Northumberland to Portsmouth will also be built, with sites including Hyde Park London and a Chorey area.
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London
Berlin
Manchester, Guardian
Kely
Germany
Europe
Spain
England
Italy
Rome
Weotwich
Daily Herald
First Arsenal
Chorey
Hyde Park
Bridge
Intimidation Argument Over Air Fleets Reaches Speech
Fragmentary report discusses air fleets as intimidation and the fear they would unleash social upheaval. The text notes leaders understood unleashing air power could trigger chaos in the country’s social system.
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Fremantle
Tha Sgrsee
Escalator clause strains Britain Japan and the United States
A terse note outlines tensions over a naval treaty and submarine limits involving Britain Japan and the United States. The brief hints at broader tax and security implications within postwar naval diplomacy.
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Britain
Japan
United States
Lord Somers of Fremantle Named Governor
Fragmentary text reports Lord Somers of Fremantle a former governor with unclear context. The piece mentions a highway and a third party, but details are garbled and data are incomplete.
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Fremantls
Tucedsy
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